2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
